Pregnancy massage offers many benefits for both mother and baby. It also ease the difficulties mother can have at each stage of pregnancy.
It is recommended after week 12.
Pregnancy massage is known to help with
- Stress
- Muscle cramps, spasms, and myofascial pain (especially in the lower back, neck, hips, and legs)
- Blood and lymph circulation(swelling legs)
- Joint pain
- Delivery
- Skin hydration an moisture
Is it safe to have a massage while pregnant?
Receiving massage while pregnant is safe. However, if you have any complication, you are advised to consult with your doctor whether it is okay to have a massage or not.
It is recommended to avoid having a massage on the first trimester (12weeks)
I can not lie down. Can I still have a massage?
Pregnancy massage is given while you lie on your side propped up by pillows. Neck and shoulder massage can be done sitting-up position with comfortably supported by pillows.
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